Dyunj - Ghansali, Tehri Garhwal
Dyunj is a village situated in the Ghansali tehsil of Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand. It is located approximately 31 km from the tehsil headquarters in Ghansali and around 92 km from the district headquarters in New Tehri. Dyunj village is a designated Gram Panchayat.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Dyunj is 042860. The village covers a total geographical area of 97.07 hectares and falls under the 249155 pincode. Tehri is the nearest town, located about 92 km away.
Dyunj village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head. For political representation, the village falls under the Ghanshali Vidhan Sabha (Assembly) constituency and the Tehri Garhwal Lok Sabha (Parliamentary) constituency.
Population of Dyunj
According to the 2011 Census, Dyunj village had a total population of 347 people, including 172 males and 175 females, living in 57 households. The sex ratio was 1,017 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 71.81%, with male literacy at 90.21% and female literacy at 54.84%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 60.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 347 | 172 | 175 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 49 | 29 | 20 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 60 | 33 | 27 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Literate Population | 214 | 129 | 85 |
| Illiterate Population | 133 | 43 | 90 |
Nearby Villages of Dyunj
Dyunj is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Dyunj
Public transport facilities are available within 5-10 km of the Dyunj.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within <5 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Tehri to Dyunj is about 92 km, with a usual travel time of around ~2.6 hours. Similarly, the road distance from New Tehri to Dyunj is about 92 km, with the usual travel time around ~2.6 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Dyunj
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Dyunj village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within >10 km |
Health Facilities in Dyunj
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Dyunj village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Dyunj
Where is Dyunj located?
Dyunj village is located in Ghansali Tehsil, Tehri Garhwal district, Uttarakhand, India.
What is the gram panchayat of Dyunj?
Dyunj is its own Gram Panchayat.
What is the pincode of Dyunj?
The pincode of Dyunj is 249155.
What is the population of Dyunj?
Dyunj had a total population of 347, including 172 males and 175 females.
How many households are there in Dyunj?
Dyunj had 57 households.
What is the literacy rate in Dyunj?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Dyunj was 71.81%. Male literacy was 90.21% and female literacy was 54.84%.